Stade Rennais host defending Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain at Roazhon Park in a high-voltage season opener.
Pitch damage at Parc des Princes forced a venue swap, granting Rennes an unexpected home fixture to start the campaign.
Sebastian Szymański gave Rennes an early surge, scoring a clinical opener in the 9th minute past PSG's defense.
Esteban Lepaul capitalized on a defensive opening to double the home side's advantage before the halftime whistle.
Manager Luis Enrique made bold early second-half changes, introducing Ferran Torres and Mika Godts to spark a comeback.
Substitute Ferran Torres struck in the 71st minute to reduce PSG's deficit and setting up a tense final phase.
Rennes aim to secure a landmark victory at home, while PSG mount heavy pressure in search of an equalizer.